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P&O Cruises GO Fare
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Non-Refundable Deposits
Full Payment Due 75 Days Before Travel
Cabin Number Allocated Closer To Sailing (Specific Cabin Number Cannot be Requested)
Please Note: Change of name/details after booking will incur a fee on any cruise booked on P&O's Go Fare
*All itineraries from 29 March 2025 will be operated by Carnival Cruise Line.
Terms and Conditions
Choice of room category at time of booking. Exact room number will be allocated (in the grade booked) at P&O Cruises’ discretion in the grade booked at a later date
$150 Deposit per person for 1-4 night cruises
$250 Deposit per person for 5-11 night sailings
$400 Deposit per person for 12 night cruises or more
Strict payment & cancellation conditions - sailing date can not be amended
A charge of $75 applies to change of name/details after booking
Special inclusions may not be applicable to all categories.
*All itineraries from 29 March 2025 will be operated by Carnival Cruise Line.
Pacific Encounter is P&O's newest addition to the fleet with fresh designs reflecting the best of modern Australia. Currently home porting from Brisbane she currently sails to destinations such as the South Pacific, New Zealand, as well as local cruises. From Black Circus to water slides and a kids splash area she definitely has something to keep everyone happy. From October 2020 she will start sailing out of Brisbane when the new Pacific Adventure joins the fleet
Priority embarkation, disembarkation and tendering
Private ensuite
Pillow concierge
Laundry and shoe shine service
Canapes on cocktail evenings
Complimentary bathrobe and slippers
Nespresso coffee machine
Free laundry, ironing and shoe polishing service
Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
Access to Byron Beach Club (M1 category only)
Mini-Suite with Balcony
Private balcony
Spacious living area
Priority embarkation, disembarkation
Private ensuite
Flat screen TV, desk with chair
Laundry and shoe shine service
Bathrobe and slippers
Bar fridge
Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
Access to Byron Beach Club (M1 category only)
Balcony Cabin
Private balcony with outdoor furniture
Private ensuite, shower only
Flat screen TV
Telephone
Wardrobe, desk with chair
Bar fridge
Safety deposit box
Air-conditioning with personal controls
Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
Oceanview Cabin
Fixed window or port hole with outside view
Private ensuite, shower only
Flat screen TV
Telephone
Wardrobe, desk with chair
Bar fridge
Safety deposit box
Air-conditioning with personal controls
Twin single beds that convery into a queen bed
Interior Cabin
Private ensuite, shower only
Flat screen TV
Telephone
Wardrobe, desk with chair
Bar fridge
Safety deposit box
Air-conditioning with personal controls
Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
Facilities
Dining - Complimentary
Angelo’s
Dragon Lady
Waterfront Restaurant
The Pantry
Dining - Specialty Dining
400 Gradi
Luke’s Bar & Grill by Luke Mangan
Shell & Bones
Gradi Pronto
Lukes Burger Bar
New Zealand Natural Ice Cream
24 Hour Room Service
Cafes
Charlie’s Bar
The Deli
Ivy & Brie
Bars & Nightclubs
Encounter Hotel
Blue Room
The Bonded Store
Byron Beach Club (access for selected Suites)
Oasis Bar (adults only)
Ocean Bar
Pool Bar
Magrodome Bar
Sky Bar
Sunset Bar
Entertainment
Comedy & Late-Night Comedy
Big Screen
Cinema
Live Music
Altitude Nightclub
Party Nights
Production Shows
Black Circus
Casino
Relaxation, Health, Wellness
Fitness Centre & Bootcamp at Sea
Exercise Track
The Oasis (adult only)
Elemis Spa
Activities
Art and Craft Classes
Dance Classes
Hot Tubs
Hosted Deck Games
Sports Training Courts
Swimming Pools
Wellness Seminars
Bingo
Cocktail, Martini & Coffee making Classes
Life Studio
P&O Edge Adventure Park
Spirit & Wine Tasting
Kids, Teens and Families
Turtle Cove - 2-5 years
Shark Sahck - 6-9 years
HQ - 10-13 years
HQ+ - 14-17 years
Evening Child Minding service
Sony Playstation VR simulators
Miscellaneous
Internet Cafe
Medical Centre
Shopping Boutiques
Self Service Laundromat
Duty and Tax Free Shopping
Dining
You will be spoilt for choice with the included dining experiences of The Pantry, Wterfront Restaurant, Angelo's and Dragon Lady.
Lukes and 400 Gradi offer more of a casual dining experience. If you are looking for a special dining experience then you can't go pask Luke's Bar & Grill by Luke Mangan.
Dining - Complimentary
Angelo's
Dragon Lady
Waterfront Restaurant
The Pantry
Dining - Specialty Dining
400 Gardi
Luke's BaR & Grill by Luke Mangan
Shell & Bones
Gradi Pronto
Luke's Burger Bar
New Zealand Natural Ice Cream
24 Hour Room Service
Cafes
Charlie's Bar
The Deli
Ivy & Brie
Entertainment
The wide range of entertainment venues onboard the P&O Pacific Encounter will ensure your cruising experience is one to remember.
Black Circus, a P&O first takes onboard entertainment to new levels with exclusive dinner and show packages coupled with a glamourous Cabaret style show – for adults only it's an experience not to be missed!!
P&O knows how to throw a party and make sure all guests are involved young or old! The following deck parties are held on board:
Cruises 2+ Nights – Sail Away Deck Party and Bianco White Party
Cruises 3+ Nights – Gatsby Party
Cruises 7+ Nights – Back to School Party
Kids
The P&O Pacific Encounter offers fun and experiences for all ages. With a team of dedicated Youth Staff kids of all ages will be looked after – kids will be entertained with fun programs, entertainment and shows for both younger and older children.
Areas for children onboard the P&O Pacific Explorer include:
HQ (10 -13years)
HQ+ (14-17years)
Turtle Cove Children's Area (2-5 years)
Shark Shack Children's Area (6-9 years)
Evening Child Minding service
Itinerary
Day
Date
Port
Times
1
14 Dec 24
Brisbane, Australia
Depart 4:00pm
2
15 Dec 24
at sea
At Sea
3
16 Dec 24
at sea
At Sea
4
17 Dec 24
Brisbane, Australia
Arrive 6:00am
Pacific Encounter
Ship Details
Pacific Encounter is P&O's newest addition to the fleet with fresh designs reflecting the best of modern Australia. Currently home porting from Brisbane she currently sails to destinations such as the South Pacific, New Zealand, as well as local cruises. From Black Circus to water slides and a kids splash area she definitely has something to keep everyone happy. From October 2020 she will start sailing out of Brisbane when the new Pacific Adventure joins the fleet
Priority embarkation, disembarkation and tendering
Private ensuite
Pillow concierge
Laundry and shoe shine service
Canapes on cocktail evenings
Complimentary bathrobe and slippers
Nespresso coffee machine
Free laundry, ironing and shoe polishing service
Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
Access to Byron Beach Club (M1 category only)
Mini-Suite with Balcony
Private balcony
Spacious living area
Priority embarkation, disembarkation
Private ensuite
Flat screen TV, desk with chair
Laundry and shoe shine service
Bathrobe and slippers
Bar fridge
Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
Access to Byron Beach Club (M1 category only)
Balcony Cabin
Private balcony with outdoor furniture
Private ensuite, shower only
Flat screen TV
Telephone
Wardrobe, desk with chair
Bar fridge
Safety deposit box
Air-conditioning with personal controls
Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
Oceanview Cabin
Fixed window or port hole with outside view
Private ensuite, shower only
Flat screen TV
Telephone
Wardrobe, desk with chair
Bar fridge
Safety deposit box
Air-conditioning with personal controls
Twin single beds that convery into a queen bed
Interior Cabin
Private ensuite, shower only
Flat screen TV
Telephone
Wardrobe, desk with chair
Bar fridge
Safety deposit box
Air-conditioning with personal controls
Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
Facilities
Dining - Complimentary
Angelo’s
Dragon Lady
Waterfront Restaurant
The Pantry
Dining - Specialty Dining
400 Gradi
Luke’s Bar & Grill by Luke Mangan
Shell & Bones
Gradi Pronto
Lukes Burger Bar
New Zealand Natural Ice Cream
24 Hour Room Service
Cafes
Charlie’s Bar
The Deli
Ivy & Brie
Bars & Nightclubs
Encounter Hotel
Blue Room
The Bonded Store
Byron Beach Club (access for selected Suites)
Oasis Bar (adults only)
Ocean Bar
Pool Bar
Magrodome Bar
Sky Bar
Sunset Bar
Entertainment
Comedy & Late-Night Comedy
Big Screen
Cinema
Live Music
Altitude Nightclub
Party Nights
Production Shows
Black Circus
Casino
Relaxation, Health, Wellness
Fitness Centre & Bootcamp at Sea
Exercise Track
The Oasis (adult only)
Elemis Spa
Activities
Art and Craft Classes
Dance Classes
Hot Tubs
Hosted Deck Games
Sports Training Courts
Swimming Pools
Wellness Seminars
Bingo
Cocktail, Martini & Coffee making Classes
Life Studio
P&O Edge Adventure Park
Spirit & Wine Tasting
Kids, Teens and Families
Turtle Cove - 2-5 years
Shark Sahck - 6-9 years
HQ - 10-13 years
HQ+ - 14-17 years
Evening Child Minding service
Sony Playstation VR simulators
Miscellaneous
Internet Cafe
Medical Centre
Shopping Boutiques
Self Service Laundromat
Duty and Tax Free Shopping
Dining
You will be spoilt for choice with the included dining experiences of The Pantry, Wterfront Restaurant, Angelo's and Dragon Lady.
Lukes and 400 Gradi offer more of a casual dining experience. If you are looking for a special dining experience then you can't go pask Luke's Bar & Grill by Luke Mangan.
Dining - Complimentary
Angelo's
Dragon Lady
Waterfront Restaurant
The Pantry
Dining - Specialty Dining
400 Gardi
Luke's BaR & Grill by Luke Mangan
Shell & Bones
Gradi Pronto
Luke's Burger Bar
New Zealand Natural Ice Cream
24 Hour Room Service
Cafes
Charlie's Bar
The Deli
Ivy & Brie
Entertainment
The wide range of entertainment venues onboard the P&O Pacific Encounter will ensure your cruising experience is one to remember.
Black Circus, a P&O first takes onboard entertainment to new levels with exclusive dinner and show packages coupled with a glamourous Cabaret style show – for adults only it's an experience not to be missed!!
P&O knows how to throw a party and make sure all guests are involved young or old! The following deck parties are held on board:
Cruises 2+ Nights – Sail Away Deck Party and Bianco White Party
Cruises 3+ Nights – Gatsby Party
Cruises 7+ Nights – Back to School Party
Kids
Kids
The P&O Pacific Encounter offers fun and experiences for all ages. With a team of dedicated Youth Staff kids of all ages will be looked after – kids will be entertained with fun programs, entertainment and shows for both younger and older children.
Areas for children onboard the P&O Pacific Explorer include: